The complete text which are the secret sayings of Jesus as recorded by Judas Thomas. This text was part of the Nag Hammadi library.

Based off of the hit television show NUMB3RS, this lesson shows students two different ways to "normalize" scores: by applying a created scalar factor so that all scores have a mean of one, or by using z-scores. Students are walked...

Looks at the strength of tungsten, osmium, and titanium, and their chemical and physical properties.

This essay contends that the American Revolution was not just one war, but several. Mr. Carp from Pacific Lutheran University supports his ideas in a very clear manner.

This is an extended review of Martin Stannard's two volumes of Waugh's biography. Stannard contends that Waugh is "a brilliant satirest, one of the funniest writers of the century." The book and this review provide insight into Waugh's...

This site is an article contending that John Mauchly deserves the honor as being known as the inventor of the computer. Includes photos from John Mauchly's archives.

Article examining rulings by the Supreme Court and Chief William Rehnquist over the meaning of the Tenth Amendment. The author contends that Supreme Court decisions have favored states' rights over federal rights, and cites several cases...

Find the document outlining the platform of the Bull Moose Party. It explains why it has become a third-party contender and discusses the many progressive planks of the party for the election of 1912. It interestingly advocated a single...

This comprehensive site offers Angelman Syndrome information for doctors and parents. The foundation contends that this syndrome, presumed rare, is present in thousands of children misdiagnosed with cerebral palsy, autism, or other...

Read this article from a 1923 issue of Literary Digest that discusses the rise in interest in baseball. The author contends that the attendance at baseball games is a chance for the upper class and working class to mix socially in a way...

Valerie Plame contends that she was betrayed by the White House when it was leaked to the press that she was a CIA agent. She contends that it was in response to critical remarks made by her husband, former Ambassador Joseph Wilson....

History Matters reprints a 1929 newspaper article by journalist Tom Kromer, who contended that the beggar was a con man in the beginning of the Great Depression. It seems that Mr. Kromer became unemployed himself within the year, so...

Read about a book published in 1864 that contended that there was a conspiracy to spread slavery into the western territories. See that the accusations included in the book could not be authenicated, but the ideas presented showed the...

Each of us, every day, has to contend with multiple messages or texts-in the news, over the Internet, in our workplace, in books, and in conversation. Making sense of these sometimes conflicting messages is critical. But without being...

An essay on the present political state in America contending the country is leaning further towards a republican form of government instead of a democracy. Defines and explains the major differences between democracy and republicanism...

This biography of Woodrow Wilson contends he was one of the five most important presidents in history. Read about his progressive legislation, foreign policy, and his attempt to bring about world peace.

How is a boxing match won or lost? What are different weight classes? Learn about the Summer Olympic sport, its rules, its contenders, and more through this colorful, animated presentation.

This article contains information regarding four basic negotiation strategies, factors affecting the choice of strategy, and how the strategy selected affects the outcome of the negotiation.

Amid reports that there was an increase in crime and violence in New Orleans during in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, this September 2005 article contends that those reports were exaggerated.

Interesting article discussing global citizenship. Doug McGill contends there are nine paths to becoming a global citizen. December, 2003.

Author makes an original argument that Hegel was interested more in Christian ethics than Christian religion at this site from EServer.org. Contends that traditional Catholic orthodoxy is authoritarian. Unfortunately, the author...

Members of the committee that is investigating the federal government's response to Hurricane Katrina are accusing the White House of refusing to provide documents, officials for questioning, etc. The White House contends that their...

Brief overview of Socrates' life and philosophy. Describes his philosophical method of asking questions as a "gadfly" to his fellow citizens. Author contends that Socrates proposed a version of the "teleological argument" for the...

An in-depth look at the origins and background of the book of Jude, along with its authorship. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...